Integrated Tube Amp approx. $2,500

I had not considered a solid state at all since I've really enjoyed the Cornwall IV pairing with tubes, but your suggestion @helomech regarding the Yamaha 1200-2200 intrigued me enough to put everything on hold and research them. 

I walked away from a fair a bit of research impressed with their capabilities, although somewhat concerned with how they might pair with the CW IVs, especially in the top end. 

That said, I found a 1200 that was essentially new, came with a 5 year factory warranty, and the ability to return within 30 days if I didn't like the pairing for only $2,100, so I decided to do the completely unexpected and purchased one. I know that had I not, I would always be curious, so at this point all I really have to lose is time. If it doesn't work out, I return it and resume my tube journey. 

@buellrider97 The bar looks fantastic, and what a great idea. Live music is always fun, but this is a fabulous twist on how to present it in a way most people have never heard it. I've long ago quit the bar scene, but if this place was local I suspect I'd be hanging out there more often than I should.

The Line Magnetic products have been on my radar for a long time, and I frequently look for good deals on used amps. They do offer a few that are within my price range, and I would have pulled the trigger, but they were all 240v, whereas I need 120v (I did find the 210ia model for $2,500, with 120v, but it was 300b. I understand they may sound better, but I shied away from it due to the cost of 300b tubes. I may revisit that decision later).

During the course of this thread one person recommended the Yamaha A-S1200, 2100, a solid state alternative. I had never considered this, so out of curiosity I researched the product. To make a long story short, I was impressed with what I read so decided to purchase one. The amp was open box, so it was $900 off sticker price, but I still get a 5 year Yamaha warranty and I can return it within 30 days for any reason. I figured why not. If it doesn't mesh with my speakers I'll resume my tube journey.

@shtinkydog ​​​​@russ69 I received the A-S1200 yesterday and within two songs I knew I was going to keep it. I've put about 10 more listening hours in since then, and I haven't heard anything to change my mind. One of my biggest concerns was that it would be too forward, but I've found the presentation to fill the room more than pound my face. I think that the instrument seperation is really good, and they sound more realistic and clear than the tube amps I had been using (this may be because I haven't ventured into high-end tube amps yet). Obviously, it's not as warm as a tube amp, but it's not harsh at all. It's kind of like a tube amp in ultralinear mode, but better (I'm not quite sure how to explain it). I've read that the sound improves after approx 50 hours. If that's the case, then it's just icing on the cake. I couldn't of hoped for better thus far.